Drug Addiction |

In 2019, 14.5 million people in the United States ages twelve and older had an alcohol use disorder (AUD), and each year the number increases. Alcohol use disorder is the term that encompasses alcohol addiction (also known as alcoholism), alcohol dependence, and alcohol abuse. It can be mild, moderate, or severe. It is not uncommon...Read More

What Is Methamphetamine? Methamphetamine, also known as crystal meth or meth, is a very potent central nervous system psychostimulant. It produces feelings of euphoria, along with increased energy, alertness, and attention. Methamphetamine is classified as a Schedule II drug under the Food and Drug Administration’s Controlled Substances Act. Schedule II drugs have a high potential...Read More

The question of whether addiction to drugs or alcohol is a disease, a choice, or a moral failing has caused much debate. Does a person make a conscious choice to become addicted to these substances? Is that choice the result of moral weakness? Or is addiction a disease that develops over time that the medical...Read More

The experiences of United States Veterans, first responders, and active military personnel set them apart from the civilian population. These men and women have stood in the face of danger, navigated life-threatening situations, and made sacrifices that leave lasting impacts on their mental and physical well-being. It is these very experiences, filled with high stress...Read More

Drug and alcohol addiction, also known as substance use disorder (SUD), is considered a health crisis in the United States. More than 48.7 million people in the U.S. who are 12 years old or older have an SUD. A treatable mental disorder, SUD affects an individual’s brain and behavior. They are unable to control their...Read More

In recent years, the escalating issue of prescription drug addiction has started to come into sharp focus. Although illegal substances typically get the most attention, the misuse of prescription drugs is also taking lives in every community across the United States. Prescription medication addiction underscores the importance of understanding that drug addiction can arise from...Read More

A synthetic opioid, fentanyl is 50 times more potent than heroin and 80 to 100 times more potent than morphine. It is a prescription drug used to treat severe pain, especially after surgery or for advanced cancer. However, fentanyl is also made and sold illegally. Fentanyl is a very dangerous drug. Even a tiny amount...Read More

In the United States, the misuse of study drugs is rapidly increasing. Teenagers and young adults are using prescription medications originally developed to help people with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) focus and stay alert. In colleges and high schools around the country, students are not taking these drugs to get high. Instead, they use...Read More

As the opioid epidemic continues to increase throughout the United States, the addition of the chemical adulterant xylazine, commonly known as tranq, is making drugs like heroin and cocaine even more lethal. What is Xylazine (Tranq)? According to the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), xylazine is a non-opiate sedative, muscle relaxant, and analgesic....Read More

As a parent, you want your child to be happy, healthy, and safe. Part of that means preparing them for living in the real world by talking to them about difficult subjects, such as drug and alcohol addiction. Sadly, many children have a parent or loved one with a substance use disorder and are frightened...Read More